CDL OUTSIDE

Question 1

EXHAUST SYSTEM

Answer 1

Muffler, Heat Shield, Pipe leading to engine
Not LMD
Mounted securely to the truck with no missing N/B
Not leaking soot or exhaust
Pipe has not rust or soot buildup

Question 2

Fuel Tank:

Answer 2

Tank, Straps, Gaskets, Cap with Rubber Seal, Fuel Line
None are LMD
Fuel Tank is not dented or leaking
Tank and straps are secured to frame with no missing N/B
Straps are centered on gaskets
Gaskets are not dry rotted
Fuel cap is tight and rubber seal is not dry rotted
Fuel line is tight, not cracked, not leaking

Question 3

Steps

Answer 3

Not LMD
Mounted securely with no missing N/B
No debris, clear of objects

Question 4

Leaks (Look for puddles under engine)

HEAD + P

Answer 4

Hydraulic Fluid, Engine Oil, Antifreeze, Diesel Fuel, Power Steering Fluid

None visible

Question 5

Oil Dipstick

Answer 5

Dipstick, Tube
Pull dipstick out, clean it, insert it back.
Take it out again and check that it is
Above refill mark, within safe operating range
Not LMD, not bent, secured to engine

Question 6

Water Pump

Answer 6

Not LMD, operating properly
Mounted securely to engine with no missing N/B
Not leaking, GEAR DRIVEN

Question 7

WATER PUMP HOSE

Answer 7

Not LMD
Not dry rotted, not leaking
Clamps are in place and tight

Question 8

ALTERNATOR

Answer 8

Not LMD, not CBB, Operating Properly

Mounted securely to engine with no missing N/B

Question 9

ELECTRICAL LINES

Answer 9

Not LMD, no expose wires

Not frayed, spliced, corroded, chafed or worn

Question 10

ALTERNATOR & FAN BELT

Answer 10

Not LMD
Not frayed or dry rotted; no cracks
Less than 3/4” play from middle… MUST DEMONSTRATE

Question 11

COOLANT RESERVOIR

Answer 11

Not LMD
Mounted securely with no missing N/B
Not Leaking, has room at top for expansion. DO NOT REMOVE CAP WHILE HOT
LEVEL IS VISABLE

Question 12

AIR COMPRESSOR

Answer 12

Not LMD, not CBB, Operating properly
Mounted securely to engine with no missing N/B
Not Leaking, IT IS GEAR DRIVEN

Question 13

AIR COMPRESSOR HOSES

Answer 13

Not LMD, not frayed or dry rotted, not leaking

Can be checked same as Water Pump Hoses

Question 14

POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR

Answer 14

Not LMD
Not Leaking, Dipstick on top to check level, within safe operating range
Mounted securely to truck with no missing N/B

Question 15

POWER STEERING HOSES

Answer 15

Not LMD, Not leaking, not dry rotted or frayed

Question 16

POWER STEERING PUMP

Answer 16

Not LMD, Operating properly
Mounted securely to engine with no missing N/B
Not leaking, IT IS GEAR DRIVEN

Question 17

FRAME OF TRUCK, FRONT TO REAR

Answer 17

Not LMD
No illegal welds or unmanufactured holes
Not cracked or bent, no broken welds

Question 18

SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Answer 18

Spring Mount, Leaf Spring, U-Bolts, Shock Absorber, Spring Hinge
All Not LMD
Spring mounts are mounted securely to frame with no missing N/B, not CBB
Springs not CBB; not shifted or misaligned; none missing and same on both sides
U-Bolts secured with no missing nuts
Shock Absorber mounted securely to frame with no missing N/B. Rubber bushings in place and not dry rotted.
Spring hinge fully greased

Question 19

STEERING SYSTEM

Answer 19

Steering Shaft, U-Joints, Power Steering Gearbox, Pitman Arm, Drag link, Steering Ring Knuckle, Spindle, Steering Arm, Tie Rod
All not LMD, notCBB, joints not worn
All connected to each other with no missing N/B
U-Joints free of debris, fully greased
PS Gearbox mounted securely to frame with no missing N/B, not leaking
No missing Castle Nuts or Cotter Pins
Rubber boots not dry rotted

Question 20

AIR BRAKE SYSTEM

Answer 20

Air brake chamber, Chamber hose, Push rod, Slack adjuster, Linings, Drum, Brackets, Couplings
All not LMD
Air Brake Chamber mounted securely to brackets with no missingN/B not dented or leaking
Chamber Hose not cracked, worn or leaking; Couplings not worn
Push Rod not bent
Slack Adjuster has less than 1” of play when brakes released
Must be corrected by certified Mechanic
Linings not worn dangerously thin
Drums free of grease and oil; illegal welds;no dents holes or missing N/B

Question 21

Tires and Rims

Answer 21

Rim, Bead, Side and top of tire, Inside/Outside, Valve Stem, Lug Nuts
All not LMD
Rim no illegal welds, no cracks, not bent
Bead is sealed and not leaking
Side of tire has no cuts, cords, gouges, bulges, no spiderwebs or dry rot
No mismatched tires, no retreads, no uneven wear, at least 4/32” of tread
Each lug nuts is tight; no rust trails or metal shavings that would indicate looseness, Lugs nuts not cracked or distorted (Must touch each lug nut)
Valve Stem, metal and pointed away from tire, not leaking, not broken or damaged
Inflated to 95-105 PSI, checked with tire gauge in vehicle

Question 22

HUB & SEAL

Answer 22

Not LMD

No missing N/B, full of grease and not leaking

Question 23

MIRRORS ON DRIVER DOOR

Answer 23

Not LMD
Mounted securely to door with no missing N/B
Clean and not cracked
Brackets not damaged

Question 24

DOOR

Answer 24

Opens and closes from outside
Hinges are greased and secured with no missing N/B
Weather seals intact

Question 25

ABC RATED FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Answer 25

Fully charged, needle in green

Question 26

STEPS ON BATTERY BOX, STEPS ON FUEL TANK, CATWALK

Answer 26

Can be checked same as steps on other side